Bed bugs are tiny insects that feed on blood while their hosts sleep. They hide in mattresses and bed frames during the day, only coming out when it’s dark, according to EPA.gov. No one wants an infestation of bed bugs, but if it happens to you, Select Pest Control in Hebron, KY, can help treat your Cincinnati area home or business. First, make sure you actually have bed bugs by looking for these signs.

3 Signs You Have a Bed Bug Infestation

1. You See Stains

Inspect your bed sheets and pajamas for dark and reddish stains, which could be caused by blood from bites, pest excrement, or crushed bed bugs. Since these pests can hide in crevices and fibers, examine your carpet, too.

2. You See Bugs

These tiny pests have wide bodies and short appendages, and they can look translucent, especially when they haven’t fed. Look in the seams of your mattress, in crevices in and near bed furniture and dressers, behind loose wallpaper, and where the carpet meets the wall. If you find any bugs, it’s time to call a professional for help.

3. You Have Bite Wounds

Bed bugs feed on animals and people, so examine all residents and pets for tiny scabs and bumps that can’t be explained. These bite sites are often accompanied by itching. 

The trained technicians at Select Pest Control can also determine an infestation by inspecting your home for signs of bed bugs. With more than 30 years of experience in pest control services, they will work with you on developing an affordable pest control plan before your infestation worsens. Their bed-bug detecting secret is Rocco the bed bug dog, a working canine capable of finding this elusive insect at every stage in its development. Call (513) 352-0080 or visit them online today to learn more about their bed bug extermination methods.